1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Fit |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2499 mm |